Description
A Bolognese architect and painter of the Carracci School, Giovanni Francesco Grimaldi played an important role in the development of classical landscape art in 17th-century Europe, with over 50 prints of idyllic imaginary views. Myriad details—from the smoking chimney and fishing party, to the tiny outdoor shrine—only enhance the charm of this example.
Accession Number
27904
Medium
Etching on ivory laid paper
Dimensions
24.2 × 18.5 cm (9 9/16 × 7 5/16 in.)
Classification
etching
Credit Line
Purchased with funds provided by Louise Lutz